Prof. Surachna Trivedi
Indian Knowledge System (IKS) is the foundation of our ancient traditions, culture, and scientific heritage. It encompasses knowledge, science, thought, philosophy, medicine, education, and the art of living. This system connects us with our Sanatan values and teaches us to maintain balance and harmony in life. Through the Indian knowledge traditions embodied in the Vedas, Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita, Ayurveda, Yoga, Astrology, Vastu Shastra, Naturopathy, and other disciplines, not only do the present generation and the youth of the country benefit, but these rich traditions are also carried forward and shared with the world, enhancing India’s prestige on the global stage.
In fact, the primary objective of higher education should be to ensure that young people acquire more than mere bookish knowledge or a degree. By instilling strong Sanatan values in them, we should empower them to face even the most difficult challenges with courage and determination. At the same time, their physical, mental, and spiritual well-being should be nurtured in a balanced manner. They should be equipped with essential life skills alongside academic knowledge so that, guided by ethical values, self-discipline, self-reliance, social responsibility, and innovation, they can contribute meaningfully to national progress and the service of humanity.
For the past 42 years, our college has served as a postgraduate institution dedicated to the education and empowerment of women. While upholding the fundamental principles of the Arya Samaj, we have continuously strived, with dedication, efficiency, sincerity, and integrity, to promote the holistic development of our students and, through them, contribute to the well-being of their families and society in today’s challenging times.
The collective efforts of the management, teachers, and parents in the holistic development of our students can serve as an example of outstanding achievement. I therefore not only hope but have full faith that, by embracing the Vedic invocation, “Let noble thoughts come to us from all sides,” and with the active cooperation, mutual harmony, and coordination of the administration, teachers, and parents, our college will successfully fulfil its objectives of nurturing positive energy, innovation, and a progressive educational approach in the personalities of our students.
In fact, the primary objective of higher education should be to ensure that young people acquire more than mere bookish knowledge or a degree. By instilling strong Sanatan values in them, we should empower them to face even the most difficult challenges with courage and determination. At the same time, their physical, mental, and spiritual well-being should be nurtured in a balanced manner. They should be equipped with essential life skills alongside academic knowledge so that, guided by ethical values, self-discipline, self-reliance, social responsibility, and innovation, they can contribute meaningfully to national progress and the service of humanity.
For the past 42 years, our college has served as a postgraduate institution dedicated to the education and empowerment of women. While upholding the fundamental principles of the Arya Samaj, we have continuously strived, with dedication, efficiency, sincerity, and integrity, to promote the holistic development of our students and, through them, contribute to the well-being of their families and society in today’s challenging times.
The collective efforts of the management, teachers, and parents in the holistic development of our students can serve as an example of outstanding achievement. I therefore not only hope but have full faith that, by embracing the Vedic invocation, “Let noble thoughts come to us from all sides,” and with the active cooperation, mutual harmony, and coordination of the administration, teachers, and parents, our college will successfully fulfil its objectives of nurturing positive energy, innovation, and a progressive educational approach in the personalities of our students.
In doing so, we can also strive to realise the ideal of “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam — the whole world is one family.”